Peter K. Burian

Film Photography Reviews
New Agfa Print Films
Ultra 100 And Vista Series
Peter K. Burian  |  Nov 01, 2003

Agfa manufactures a full line of 35mm films of all types, with the Vista series being their most popular consumer-grade product. In 2001, Vista was chosen as "European Color Print Film of the Year," by EISA, a group composed of some 50 magazines. Since that time, Vista 100, 200...

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What Is New In Binoculars For 2003 And 2004
Trends In Getting Up Close And Personal
Peter K. Burian  |  Oct 01, 2003

Whenever outdoor photographers discuss their favorite gear, one significant item is frequently overlooked--binoculars. Available in many different styles and powers, binoculars are invaluable for scanning or scouting an area and also for searching out potential subjects. Especially in...

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Canon i950 Photo Printer
High Res, High Speed, And Easy To Use
Peter K. Burian  |  Sep 01, 2003

Whether you shoot with a digital camera or scan conventional photographs, a high quality photo printer is an essential accessory. Fortunately, prices are dropping even though ink jet printers are becoming more and more advanced. The Canon i950 Photo Printer offers the best of all worlds:...

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New Negative And Transparency Films
Reports of Films Demise Are Once Again Exaggerated
Peter K. Burian  |  Jun 01, 2003

New Negative & Transparency Films

During the "Digital Summit" panel discussion at the 2003 PMA Show, one of the speakers offered an analogy that's certainly timely. "To paraphrase Mark Twain," he said, "rumors of the demise of film have...

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New Lenses For 35mm And Digital SLR Cameras
Super Teles And A Host Of Wide Zooms For Todays And Tomorrows Digital SLRs
Peter K. Burian  |  Jun 01, 2003

New Lenses For 35mm And Digital SLR Cameras

As several manufacturers are releasing new SLR cameras--both 35mm and digital--we're also seeing far more new lenses than we did in the past few months. The new lenses range from very affordable zooms to ultra wides and others...

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High Tech Hits The Affordable Models...And A New Leica RF
Peter K. Burian  |  Jun 01, 2003

35mm SLR & Rangefinder Cameras

"World's Smallest" SLR Camera
Said to be the "world's smallest 35mm AF SLR" the new Pentax *ist is certainly petite (4.8x3.3x2.5") and weighs a mere 11.8 oz. While this may seem to be an...

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New 35mm And APS Compact Cameras
Smaller, Lighter More Affordable Models
Peter K. Burian  |  Jun 01, 2003

35mm APS Compact Cameras

Because many consumers still consider digital cameras as "too expensive" or "too complicated," the lens/shutter 35mm and APS zoom cameras continue to sell quite well. The trend is toward smaller and lighter cameras at ever...

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Sigma 28 to 200mm f3.5 to 5.6 and 28 to 300mm f3.5 to 6.3
New Compact Hyper Zoom Aspherical Macro Lenses
Peter K. Burian  |  Jan 01, 2003

Sigma 28-200mm - 28-300mm Macro Lens

Sigma makes numerous lenses, but the "all-purpose" zooms have been the best selling models in their vast line. Replacing the "DL Hyper Zoom" models...

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Compact 35mm And APS Format Cameras
Peter K. Burian  |  Dec 01, 2002

Compact 35mm And APS Camera Formats

Although digital equipment received most of the attention at the photokina show, over 80 percent of North American households still own and use at least one conventional camera. Granted, the demand for new...

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35mm SLR Cameras And Lenses
Peter K. Burian  |  Dec 01, 2002

35mm SLR Cameras And Lenses

In the past, we have always found at least a half dozen new SLR cameras at the photokina trade show. That has changed, at least for now, as most manufacturers devote their R&D resources to digital equipment. During my five days of touring the many...

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